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Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing

Vibrant Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Joyfully Made

A crisp salad bursting with color, this Spring Roll Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing is a healthy, vegan delight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 clove minced garlic fresh preferred
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
  • a pinch red pepper flakes to taste
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 ounces rice noodles cook according to package instructions
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage green or purple
  • 1 whole cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 whole sweet pepper sliced
  • a handful fresh cilantro chopped
  • a handful fresh mint chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts or almonds for nut-free
  • optional additional cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • blender
  • pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender, combine minced fresh ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and canola oil. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes and blend on high until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add rice noodles. Cook as per package instructions, typically 4-6 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rice noodles, shredded cabbage, sliced cucumber, julienned carrots, and sliced sweet pepper. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Pour chilled spicy ginger dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to coat the ingredients, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Transfer to a serving platter or bowls. Top with roasted peanuts, additional cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest vegetables and herbs for optimal flavor. Always dress the salad just before serving to retain crunchiness.

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